Chief of party for USAID funded award in Tanzania
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Jhpiego
From the Guardian Newspaper
Chief of party: will provide vision, leadership and direction to ensure the strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial integrity to an upcoming USAID funded award in Tanzania focusing on HIV prevention for key populations and vulnerable groups, including integration of FP and T8 activities. S/he will guide the strategic planning, design and implementation of the project and be responsible for achieving the planned results set out for the program and serve as the primary point of contact for USAID, MOH, stakeholders and partners. S/he will work closely with Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) to ensure the program is rooted within national HIV prevention priorities and programs. S/he will manage a multi-partner (international and local NGOs) consortium. S/he will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activities, and will be responsible for all project deliverables. S/he will supervise a team of highly qualified staff. Key Requirements:
Advanced clinical degree and/or Master's degree in public health or a related field. Demonstrated ability to manage large (funding range between $10-75M) USG-supported public health projects and budgets. Experience designing and managing complex HIV/AIDS, prevention, care and treatment programs, including those focusing on key and vulnerable populations. 10+ years of professional, progressively more responsible management experience of international public health programs phases (design, implementation, monitor, reporting, and financial management). Previous experience working in Tanzania and strong relationships at senior level in the health sector in the country preferred, experience working in East and Southern Africa required. Fluent in written and spoken English, fluency in Swahili preferred.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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